Why Live in Grange Creek
Grange Creek in Thornton is characterized by its quiet, winding streets and homes from the 1970s, featuring split-level, ranch-style, and minimal traditional designs. These homes, shaded by silver maple and blue spruce trees, often have board-and-batten exteriors, oriel-style bay windows, and multi-car attached garages. Most properties have three bedrooms, with some offering four or five. The neighborhood is interspersed with miles of paved trails leading to two parks: Holly Park, which includes a playground and dog-friendly open space, and Grange Creek Park, known for its duck pond and rolling hills. Trails from Grange Creek Park connect to larger greenspaces like Carpenter Park, which offers extensive recreational facilities, including ponds for non-motorized boating and various sports courts. Nearby, the corner of 104th Avenue and Colorado Boulevard hosts strip malls, fast food options, and local businesses, with the Vietnamese Cafe and Trailside Saloon being popular spots. Carpenter Park is also the venue for major city events, such as the Fourth of July Celebration and a winter wonderland in December. Grange Creek is conveniently located 4 miles between Interstate 25 and Interstate 76, with the Thornton Crossroads light rail station 2 miles south, providing a 25-minute train ride to Downtown Denver. Denver International Airport is 18 miles east. The neighborhood is served by Adams 12 Five Star Schools, though the local schools have mixed ratings.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Grange Creek a good place to live?
Grange Creek is a good place to live. Grange Creek is considered car-dependent and bikeable with minimal transit options. Grange Creek has 1 park for recreational activities. It has a median age of 38. The average household income is $113,732 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 19.9% of residents. A majority of residents in Grange Creek are home owners, with 15.4% of residents renting and 84.6% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Grange Creek can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Grange Creek neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Grange Creek?
The median home price in Grange Creek is $499,949. If you put a 20% down payment of $100,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.17%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,440 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $105K a year to afford the median home price in Grange Creek. The average household income in Grange Creek is $114K.
What are the best public schools in Grange Creek?
The best public schools that serve Grange Creek are:
What are the best private schools in Grange Creek?
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Home Trends in Grange Creek, CO
On average, homes in Grange Creek, Thornton sell after 30 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Grange Creek, Thornton over the last 12 months is $479,000, up 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$479,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$484,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$283
Number of Homes for Sale
7
Last 12 months Home Sales
27
Median List Price
$499,949
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
2%
